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Local Japanese Bus Tours for Suburban Exploration – Easy Departures for Tourists
The frequency and depth of Taiwanese travelers visiting Japan have been increasing year by year. From January to October 2016 alone, over 3.58 million Taiwanese visited Japan (compared to approximately 3.79 million for the entire year of 2015). Taiwanese tourists not...
An old warehouse turned into a little ruin—A café brought together by sharing
Text & Photos / A Man’s Daily Life After exiting the Muzha MRT station, we slowly walked along Muzha Road, passed the Wanshou Bridge spanning the Jingmei River, and checked the red pin on Google Maps. It was...
Independent travel in Japan is so convenient — Top 10 capsule hotels loved by women
Japan’s unique accommodation option, “capsule hotels,” has shed its previous image of being cheap and shabby, becoming a new lodging choice for tourists visiting Japan. According to statistics from the Rakuten Travel booking site...
Star Cruises Celebrates 20 Years in Taiwan with First Dual-Ship, Dual-Homeport Launch
The world’s third-largest cruise company and parent group of Star Cruises, Genting Hong Kong, marks 20 years of deep cultivation in Taiwan. With continuous growth in the Asian market, Taiwan stands as the second-largest source market in Asia. This not only lays a solid foundation for Taiwan’s cruise tourism...
Japan’s Top Three Must-Try Dishes: Ikaho’s Famous Mizusawa Udon
Many people love traveling to Japan to indulge in its cuisine. Besides ramen, udon noodles also have a strong following. While many Taiwanese travelers are familiar with Sanuki udon, alongside Kagawa Prefecture’s Sanuki udon, the other two of Japan’s top three udon varieties include...
A Sea of Tulips Like a Fairyland – The Largest Private Garden Spanning 214 Hectares
Located between Fuxing District in Taoyuan (home to the indigenous Atayal people) and Guanxi Township in Hsinchu County (a Hakka community), there lies a mysterious 214-hectare valley of flowers – Taoyuan Fairy Valley. It is the largest valley garden and private scenic area in Taiwan. Recently, the...
Explore the Suburbs of Tokyo Freely: Five Must-Visit Attractions in Gunma
As the frequency of Taiwanese travelers visiting Japan has increased significantly, Japanese tourist spots beyond major cities like Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto have also become highly favored by Taiwanese visitors. Gunma Prefecture, not far from Tokyo, is one such destination.
Latest IG viral café: 3D latte art that’s super healing
Taiwan is gradually becoming a coffee nation, with all kinds of cafés popping up on every street corner. Latte art has also become a major highlight—aside from being delicious, its visual appeal is something many coffee lovers truly appreciate...
270-degree panoramic mountain views & a luxurious ¥60,000 hot spring suite per night
Beitou Hot Spring area is one of the most popular hot spring destinations in northern Taiwan, home to one of Taiwan’s four historic famous springs with a century-long legacy—perfect for a short hot spring getaway on a holiday. Nestled on the mountainside of Beitou is the Grand Earth Hotel, a five-star property with breathtaking views...
Ultra-rich Uji matcha desserts – A popular Kyoto souvenir makes its pop-up debut in Taiwan
The secret Kyoto souvenir KYOTO VENETO from Japan once set astonishing records, including selling up to 10,000 pieces of gra matcha chocolate sandwich cookies in a single day, and 7,000 Kyoto matcha rolls at Kansai Airport in one day...
Japan’s Akita: Adorable Attractions & the Heartwarming Akita Dog Route
According to statistics from the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation, from January to November 2016, the number of Taiwanese tourists visiting Japan exceeded 4 million. If converted into a population ratio, that means one in every five Taiwanese has traveled to Japan...
Taiwan’s Arc de Triomphe × Hogwarts Academy – A Super Eye-Catching European-Style Hidden Gem
Known as Taiwan’s “rice barn,” Changhua County boasts numerous natural wonders and cultural highlights on its fertile Choshui River alluvial fan plain. Though it is the smallest county in Taiwan by area, it has no fewer distinctive buildings and attractions than other regions. ...
Pink pearls with gradient layers – Top 5 unique bubble tea picks
Taiwanese street snacks are world-renowned, and bubble tea is one of the most iconic dishes. Not only loved by locals, but even overseas residents and tourists can’t resist having cup after cup. Today, bubble tea has evolved to not only taste great but also feature eye-catching appearances that attract adventurous drinkers. Below are five specialty bubble tea shops in Taipei, each offering uniquely styled and visually appealing drinks.
Hidden Cherry Blossom Sanctuary: Rare Blossoms & a Romantic Pink Tunnel
Known as one of the most beautiful cherry blossoms, weeping cherry trees feature slender, willow-like branches adorned with cascading blooms—truly enchanting. There are many varieties of weeping cherries, but they are rarely seen in Taiwan mainly due to grafting incompatibility with local rootstocks. Located at the intersection of Huanhua Township in Changhua County...
Starbucks rumored to raise prices 29 beverages to have adjusted prices
Starbucks beverages and merchandise have always been items of interest and collection for many travelers during their journeys, and unique stores and outlets are also hot topics among tourists. Reports of price hikes at Taiwan’s Uni-President Starbucks have also garnered much consumer attention...
Golden Wheat Fields × Southern French Castle – Taiwan’s Most Dreamlike Afternoon
The Daya District of Taichung City is home to many beautiful sights and unique attractions, including golden wheat fields and architecture reminiscent of Southern French castles, making it perfect for a short getaway during holidays. In spring, when flowers bloom in a riot of colors, the golden wheat fields of Daya stand out uniquely...
The Wizard of Oz-like stunning deserted island A forgotten ghost village untouched by time
Located in the northeastern part of Shengshan Island, Zhejiang Province, China, there was once a bustling fishing village known as Little Taiwan — Houtouwan Village. Shengshan Island is the place in China where you can see the first ray of sunlight over the sea. It is connected to Gouqi Island by a bridge and is one of China's...
A Century-Old Station Reopens as an 80-Year-Old Steam Train Chugs Back to Life
Located in Shanjia Station in Shulin District, New Taipei City, this station was first put into use in Meiji 36 (1903) during the Japanese colonial period and has a long history. As time passed, due to its small size being insufficient for modern needs and considerations for enhanced safety...
Six Ministry of Transportation Measures Ensure Safe Travel on 228 Holiday by Avoiding High-risk Driving and Old Vehicles
Following the tour bus accident involving the Butterfly Love Flower Travel Agency, public attention has been drawn to travel quality, as well as issues such as tour bus safety and driver fatigue. With the upcoming 228 long weekend being the first major travel peak, the Ministry of Transportation stated that the Tourism Bureau and the Directorate General of Highways have...
Must-try Japanese ramen: Ichiran lands in Taipei’s Xinyi District
The highly anticipated Japanese ramen chain Ichiran, long awaited by foodies in Taiwan, has confirmed its expansion to Taipei’s Xinyi District. The new location will be on the bustling Songren Road in Xinyi, with a grand opening scheduled for June. ...